Elevate your skate game with the Powell Peralta Biss Cuckoo Bee Flight 8.0" Skateboard Deck, a stunning blend of art and performance from a brand that’s been a skateboarding titan since 1978. Founded by George Powell and Stacy Peralta, Powell Peralta is renowned for its innovative Flight deck technology and iconic Bones Brigade legacy. This 8.0" x 31.45" deck features the breathtaking Cuckoo Bee graphic by British photographer Levon Biss, showcasing intricate macro details of a bee in vibrant, large-scale artwork. Crafted with Powell Peralta’s Flight construction—using epoxy-infused, fiber-reinforced maple—it’s thinner than a standard 7-ply (as thin as a smartphone), over twice as strong, and offers "everlasting pop" that doesn’t fade. With a 14.0" wheelbase and a K20 medium concave, this deck is ideal for street, park, and technical skating, providing superior durability, higher ollies, and faster flips for skaters of all levels.

Key Features

• Flight Construction: Epoxy-infused, fiber-reinforced maple makes it thinner, lighter, and over twice as strong as a 7-ply, with long-lasting pop.
• 8.0" Width: Versatile size perfect for street, park, and technical skating, balancing agility and stability.
• K20 Medium Concave: Provides a responsive board feel with mellow double kicks for precise control during tricks and grinds.
• Cuckoo Bee Graphic: Levon Biss’s macro insect artwork, showcasing intricate bee details in a vibrant, large-scale design.
• Popsicle Shape: 14.0" wheelbase with a 6.75" nose and 6.5" tail supports switch riding and versatile trick performance.

Compatible Truck Sizes

For an 8.0" deck like the Powell Peralta Biss Cuckoo Bee Flight, the truck axle width should closely match the deck width for optimal performance. Only Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks are included:

Independent Trucks:

• Size 139 (8.0" axle width): Perfect match for 8.0" decks, offering a balanced setup for street and park skating.
• Size 144 (8.25" axle width): Slightly wider but compatible, providing extra stability for bigger tricks.

Venture Trucks:

• Size 5.2 (8.0" axle width): Ideal for 8.0" decks, delivering lightweight performance and responsive turning.
• Size 5.6 (8.25" axle width): Slightly wider but works well for a more stable setup.

General Guideline: Trucks with an 8.0" axle width (Independent 139 or Venture 5.2) are the best match for this deck, while 8.25" trucks (Independent 144 or Venture 5.6) offer a slightly wider stance for added stability.

Preferred Wheel Sizes

The 8.0" Powell Peralta Biss Cuckoo Bee Flight deck’s versatile size supports a range of wheel sizes based on skating style:

• 50-52mm: Ideal for technical street skating. Smaller wheels lower the center of gravity, enhancing control for flip tricks and grinds on ledges or rails. Recommended with low trucks to avoid wheelbite.
• 53-54mm: A balanced choice for street and park skating. These wheels provide a mix of speed and maneuverability, perfect for most skaters using this deck.
• 55-56mm: Suited for skateparks or mixed terrain. Larger wheels offer faster rolls and smoother rides over cracks or ramps, best with mid or high trucks and risers if needed.
• General Guideline: For an 8.0" deck, 50-54mm wheels are most popular for street-focused setups, while 54-56mm wheels are better for park or transition skating. Opt for harder wheels (83A or higher) for street and softer wheels (80A-83A) for skatepark surfaces.